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Leekuf Junior Information

Leekuf Junior is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough, Common Cold, Cough. Secondary and off-label uses of Leekuf Junior have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Leekuf Junior. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Leekuf Junior also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Headache, Dizziness. Some other side effects of Leekuf Junior have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Leekuf Junior go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Leekuf Junior's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Leekuf Junior has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Leekuf Junior related warnings section.

Leekuf Junior is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Leekuf Junior contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Leekuf Junior with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Leekuf Junior is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Leekuf Junior Benefits & Uses
Leekuf Junior Dosage & How to Take
Leekuf Junior Side Effects
Leekuf Junior Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Leekuf Junior with Other Drugs
Leekuf Junior Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Leekuf Junior
Leekuf Junior Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Leekuf Junior Benefits & Uses

Leekuf Junior is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Blocked Nose
Low Blood Pressure
Shock
Blocked Ear
Dry Cough (Read More - Home remedies for dry cough)

Leekuf Junior Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Leekuf Junior Related Warnings

Is the use of Leekuf Junior safe for pregnant women?

Leekuf Junior shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Leekuf Junior safe during breastfeeding?

Leekuf Junior may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Leekuf Junior on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Leekuf Junior. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Leekuf Junior on the Liver?

Leekuf Junior may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Leekuf Junior on the Heart?

Leekuf Junior may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Leekuf Junior with Other Drugs

Leekuf Junior should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Hyoscyamine

Leekuf Junior Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leekuf Junior unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Thyroid problems
Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Leekuf Junior

Is this Leekuf Junior habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Leekuf Junior. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Leekuf Junior Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Leekuf Junior

There is no information on the effects of taking Leekuf Junior with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leekuf Junior

Taking Leekuf Junior with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Leekuf Junior

Question about 5 years ago

Is Leekuf Junior safe to use?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Leekuf Junior is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach (abdominal pain), nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Leekuf Junior work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Leekuf Junior contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent/expectorant. It works by softening the mucus (phlegm), reducing its thickness and promoting its expulsion which helps in clearing the air passage. In this way, Leekuf Junior provides relief to the patient from an excessive wet cough.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Leekuf Junior?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Leekuf Junior is a brand name of bromhexine and it is available in the form of a tablet and syrup. It is a derivative of vasicine alkaloid and a mucolytic agent. Leekuf Junior is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of wet cough associated with respiratory diseases and disorders such as bronchial asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema (COPD).

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Leekuf Junior cause headache?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Leekuf Junior might cause a headache, this occurs rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Leekuf Junior with phenylephrine?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Leekuf Junior with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Leekuf Junior along with phenylephrine if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs together then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.